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In the south-west monsoon season, winds blow from _ and _ towards the land.

A

Bay of Bengal

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Arabian Sea

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Indian Ocean

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Atlantic Ocean

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Solution

The correct option is C Indian Ocean
In south-west monsoon season, winds blow from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea towards land. These winds carry moisture with them and when they strike the mountain barriers, rainfall occurs.

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